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Alternative Treatments

Question 1 of 48

1

How many Adults in the US report taking an herbal product?

Select one of the following:

  • 1 in 5

  • 1 in 7

  • 1 in 3

  • 1 in 10

Explanation

Question 2 of 48

1

What is the GRAS list, and how many products are on it?

Select one of the following:

  • An FDA developed list - Generally Recognized as Safe; 250 herbals

  • An FDA developed list - Generously Regulated and Sold; 400 herbals

  • A DEA developed list - Get Regional as Supplied; 300 herbals

  • A DEA developed list - Get Rich: A Scam; 500 herbals

Explanation

Question 3 of 48

1

The Dietary Supplement health Education Act shifted the burden of proof for safety and efficacy to the DEA

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 4 of 48

1

33-50% of modern drugs have botanical origins. Match the medication to the source.
digoxin:
morphine:
aspirin:
tamoxifen:

Drag and drop to complete the text.

    foxglove
    poppies
    willow bark
    pacific yew tree

Explanation

Question 5 of 48

1

An herb can be any part of a plant.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 6 of 48

1

Its easy to reproduce an herbal product.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 7 of 48

1

Herbs can be sold...

Select one or more of the following:

  • raw

  • as extracts

  • as a standardized product

Explanation

Question 8 of 48

1

What of the following is true about Echinacea

Select one or more of the following:

  • Used for common cold treatment

  • Safe with minimal side effects

  • Long term use may suppress immunity

  • All strains are equal

Explanation

Question 9 of 48

1

Why use ginseng?

Select one of the following:

  • energy and physical or cognitive performance

  • sleep

  • focus

  • heart health

Explanation

Question 10 of 48

1

Ginseng is on the GRAS list

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 11 of 48

1

What of the following is TRUE about Ginseng?

Select one or more of the following:

  • Not recommended for pregnant or lactating females

  • Approved for use in children

  • Avoid use with other stimulants or CV disease

  • Siberian Ginseng contains no Ginseng

Explanation

Question 12 of 48

1

Ginkgo is typically used for and

Drag and drop to complete the text.

    dementia
    energy
    claudication
    clotting disorders

Explanation

Question 13 of 48

1

Ginkgo is effective for improving cognitive function in elderly without dementia

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 14 of 48

1

Ginkgo can improve pain-free walking distance in patients with claudication

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 15 of 48

1

Ginkgo has a reported association with

Select one of the following:

  • spontaneous bleeding

  • shortness of breath

  • slowed bowel function

Explanation

Question 16 of 48

1

It's perfectly ok to use Ginkgo seeds medicinally.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 17 of 48

1

Garlic can be effective in any form

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 18 of 48

1

Which of the following is true about Garlic?

Select one or more of the following:

  • Can lower cholesterol 4-6%

  • Can cause increased bleeding with use

  • Considered safe by the FDA

  • Side effects include GI problems, garlic breath, rare allergies and contact dermatitis

Explanation

Question 19 of 48

1

St John's Wort is effective in moderate-severe depression

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 20 of 48

1

What is true about St John's Wort?

Select one or more of the following:

  • Photosensitivity common

  • Few drug interactions

  • Contraindicated in pregnancy

Explanation

Question 21 of 48

1

Peppermint can be used as a treatment for IBS

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 22 of 48

1

What is true about ginger

Select one or more of the following:

  • Used for treatment of nausea

  • Numerous side effects

  • Included on the GRAS list

Explanation

Question 23 of 48

1

Soy is used for

Select one or more of the following:

  • hot flashes

  • lowering cholesterol

  • nausea

  • depression

Explanation

Question 24 of 48

1

Its perfectly safe to use chamomile with any allergy

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 25 of 48

1

Chamomile

Select one or more of the following:

  • Used as a sedative, anxiolytic, and intestinal spasms

  • has the active ingredient Apigenin, which binds to the same receptors as benzos

  • Considered safe by the FDA

  • Uses verified by numerous studeis

Explanation

Question 26 of 48

1

Both kava and valerian are used as sedative/relaxants

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 27 of 48

1

Kava has been associated with

Select one of the following:

  • severe hepatotoxicity

  • renal failure

  • contact dermatitis

  • respiratory distress

Explanation

Question 28 of 48

1

Some people get paradoxical effect with stimulation from valerian

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 29 of 48

1

Avoid using kava and valerian ...

Select one or more of the following:

  • in pregnancy

  • with other sedatives

  • before any activity where alertness is necessary

Explanation

Question 30 of 48

1

Sam E is

Select one of the following:

  • contraindicated in pregnancy

  • used as a sedative

  • an alternative to insulin

  • extremely stable

Explanation

Question 31 of 48

1

When do you used feverfew?

Select one of the following:

  • for headaches

  • in pregnancy

  • in clotting disorders

Explanation

Question 32 of 48

1

Saw Palmetto is best used for

Select one of the following:

  • BPH

  • ADHD

  • CAD

  • HIV

Explanation

Question 33 of 48

1

Passionflower can be used for

Select one or more of the following:

  • Anxiety

  • Insomnia

  • menopause

  • muscle relaxation

  • nausea

Explanation

Question 34 of 48

1

Biotin is vitamin B7

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 35 of 48

1

Most biotin supplements contain far more than the daily recommended value

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 36 of 48

1

Biotin can alter thyroid tests

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 37 of 48

1

What is true about L-methylfolate

Select one or more of the following:

  • helps regulate 5HT, NE & DA production

  • Uncommon side effects

  • No contraindications

Explanation

Question 38 of 48

1

Up to 70% of patients with depression may have genetic factor that limits the ability to convert folic acid/folate from mood to l-methylfolate

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 39 of 48

1

N-acetylcycsteine...

Select one of the following:

  • trial showed improved depression in bipolar depression

  • great for hair and nails

  • improves insomnia

  • enhances memory and concentration

Explanation

Question 40 of 48

1

Melatonin...

Select one or more of the following:

  • used for sleep maintenance insomnia

  • contraindicated in pregnancy

  • used for jetlag

Explanation

Question 41 of 48

1

Vit D, L-lysine & L-arginie, Magnesium have unsubstantiated restuls

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 42 of 48

1

Other avenues of treatment include

Select one or more of the following:

  • Psychotherapy

  • Bright light therapy

  • Exercise

  • Omega 3

  • Netflix & margaritas

Explanation

Question 43 of 48

1

Psychotherapy has well documented used for anxiety and depression

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 44 of 48

1

Bright light therapy...

Select one of the following:

  • Useful for SAD and "hibernation effects"

  • has no established guidelines

  • Can be from any light source

Explanation

Question 45 of 48

1

Omega 3

Select one or more of the following:

  • has shown modest efficacy in MDD and BPD

  • has shown reduction in risk for MS

  • can cause toxicity in large doses

Explanation

Question 46 of 48

1

When prescribing Omega 3, use caution in patients with High LDL, risk for bleeding, ventricular arrhythmia/tachycardia, and fish allergies

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 47 of 48

1

: depression and anxiety
: depression, anxiety and stress reduction; fibromyalgia
: elderly depression and fibromyalgia
: relaxation and stress control

Drag and drop to complete the text.

    Accupuncture
    Tai Chi
    Qui Gong
    Massage & Aromatherapy

Explanation

Question 48 of 48

1

Lavender activates which pathway, leading to decreased anxiety?

Select one of the following:

  • 5HT1A

  • 5HT2A

  • DA

Explanation

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